Young Davids: Change the Trend: Recent Episodes
Sr. Gianna & SBP Seniors: Arturo, Claudia, Diego, Emma, Maddie, Mollie, Jose
If you love a good story, if you love to be inspired, or want to be challenged to go deeper into your faith, listen to Young Davids: Change the Trend podcast, created by Sr. Gianna's Spirituality & Apologetics Class for seniors at St Bernard Prep. Take a listen to Arturo, Claudia, Diego, Emma, Maddie, Mollie, and Jose as they talk all things spiritual.
Listen as Sarah walks us through the topic of why women choose abortion and what it means to be pro-life.
Join Aiden and Cameron as they lead us into a meditation on the Blood of Christ, poured out for mankind.
Join Sam and Marlee in this meditation on leaning on the strength of the Lord when we are weak.
Tessa, Alexis, and Kelly talk about how to fully trust in God's plan. Listen to this meditation on worrying less and trusting more as you walk on the water with Jesus.
Karly and Zara talk about what a true friendship is and what it is not. Featured in this episode are guests Tessa, Alexis and Kelly.
Logan, Kieran, and James tackle the topic of addiction as being a major problem in today's world. There are good habits and bad habits, and what is needed is the virtue of temperance. “The virtue of temperance disposes us to avoid every kind of excess: the abuse of food, alcohol, tobacco, or medicine” (CCC, 2290). Listen now!
Ruth tackles a heavy topic in the classroom. She counters a harsh reality of young children growing up in a culture that needs to know the complementarity of being male and female - being made in God's Image and Likeness (Gen 1:27). Listen now!
Have you ever met anyone who became Catholic in the middle of 7th grade? Ruth interviews Rafi about the greatest turn in her faith life - becoming Catholic. Listen to this incredibly journey of Rafi discovering Christ last school year in 7th grade and what it was like receiving her First Communion.
It's the day before Thanksgiving Break! Join Ruth, Lily, and Caroline as they recognize God's blessings, and discuss the people and things they are most grateful for this year.
It's a new season of Young Davids: Change the Trend with an unexpected cast - the 8th Graders at SBP! Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind and heart of a middle schooler striving for the Kingdom?
Sarah Swafford, founder of Emotional Virtues Ministries, recently visited St. Bernard Prep School and have a talk entitled, "Relationships: It's Complicated." Take a listen to what Sr. Gianna's students had to say about it.
Here are some favorite, inspirational send-off quotes from our amazing group of Young Davids. Sister is going to miss these kiddos. Thanks for joining us for our first season. Summer is here and we are ready to conquer the spiritual battles!
Modesty is about revealing the dignity and mystery of the person, but society is trying to once again redefine those standards. Here, the class discusses a topic that is rarely talked about in school. Join Sister, Emma, and the boys as they talk about the Catechism's definition of Modesty, watch Gabriel Castillo's Naked Truth about Modesty, and how what you wear reflects the soul.
Do you have a big intention on your heart and need IMMEDIATE grace? This is a special prayer episode where we pray the Memorare Novena in one sitting as a class. Mother Mary never disappoints. Entrust everything to her Immaculate Heart!
Here's our Mother's Day Special dedicated to the most beautiful women in our lives, especially our Blessed Mother. Listen to Mollie, Emma, Maddie, and Sr. Gianna as they go through a series of questions all about their moms. With the bell having to ring, the guys give a quick shout out to their Mama's at the very end.
It's Easter Season. Join us as we take a spiritual peek into the conversation that took place between Emmaus and Jerusalem. Why did Jesus do and say the things He did?
Families that pray together, stay together. Take a listen to Mollie and Arturo as they discuss who instilled the faith in them since birth. Maddie co-hosts this week and shares a similar part of her story of how her family moved to be closer to the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Because the family is the image of the Holy Trinity, we encourage everyone to pray with their family this upcoming Holy Week and step away from worldly distractions.
In this episode, we analyze three of the most inspiring moments from Kung Fu Panda 1 & 2! In one of the most beloved animated films of the century, so many truths are layered and unearthed for us to reach the heights of sanctity.
It's Friday afternoon before spring break and everyone just wants to unwind. During this episode, Emma is the rose among the thorns (Jose, Diego, Arturo). Sr. Mary Gianna presents 5 possible symptoms for those experiencing senioritis, and what could be the actual cause. Disclaimer: From a teacher's point of view, (it's not what you think!). In the midst of it all, we realize that there is a difference between career and vocation, and that school ought to be a place of wisdom, motivation, learning, and insight towards living one's full God-given potential.
Fr. Linus explains what priesthood is all about, his journey towards becoming a Benedictine monk and priest, and what it was like to be ordained at 52 years old. He nonchalantly nails all given questions regarding identity crisis, transgenderism, and what young men ought to do when discerning priesthood. Listen now!
Join Claudia, Jose, Arturo, and Sr. Mary Gianna as they talk about their relationship with their moms, the Eucharist, and what it's like learning about the faith at school and at home. Claudia reveals what really convinced her in her decision to become Catholic. You don't want to miss this!
Join Emma, Diego, Maddie, and Sr. Mary Gianna as they talk about their relationship with Christ, high school, and who invited them to go deeper in the faith.